Associations to the word «Foolproof»

Wiktionary

FOOLPROOF, adjective. For a device: protected, or designed to be proof against misuse or error.
FOOLPROOF, adjective. For an idea or plan: infallible, or bulletproof.
FOOLPROOF, verb. (transitive) To make foolproof.

Dictionary definition

FOOLPROOF, verb. Proof against human misuse or error; "foolproof this appliance".
FOOLPROOF, adjective. Not liable to failure; "a foolproof identification system"; "the unfailing sign of an amateur"; "an unfailing test".

Wise words

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